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Teen Activists on Elections, Civic Life, and Grassroots Organizing

Between the pandemic, presidential election, and economic downturn—2020 has been a tumultuous year for everyone. But some high school students have taken matters into their own hands: by hitting the campaign trail.

High School Redesign

5 Resources To Rethink High School

We’ve been creating new resources to help educators, students, and communities #ReThinkHighSchool. Here are 5 of our favorites to jumpstart your week of teaching.

Team XQ #ReThinkHighSchool

Teaching & Learning

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Beyond High School Graduation

How to Find the Right Career Path in High School

Finding a career is an intimidating task, especially for high school students. Here’s a great place to start when creating your path.

Jules Nash Contributing Writer, XQ Institute

Career Exploration & Discovery

Beyond High School Graduation

Adulting 101: A Few Financial Basics of Adult Life

Learn how to get your finances in order with these well-explained financial basics.

Team XQ #ReThinkHighSchool

Adulting

Between Empty Class and Corona Education

High School & Society

Connecting Individual Actions to Systematic Change: An Interview with Professor Rich Milner

Education thought leader and Vanderbilt University Professor Rich Milner in conversation with XQ’s Hana Beach.

Hana Beach Editorial Associate

Anti-racism Education

High School & Society

What's Happening to School Meals During COVID-19?

COVID-19 has changed the way food-insecure students receive meals and support. Here’s how your family can get involved.

Summer Kriegshauser Senior Program Manager, No Kid Hungry
Beyond High School Graduation

5 Resources for College Planning During COVID-19

As college applications ramp up, this week we’re focusing on college admissions in the time of COVID-19.

Team XQ #ReThinkHighSchool
Beyond High School Graduation

How to Write a Powerful College Application Essay

A comprehensive guide to writing and conquering the college admissions essay. Pro-tip: remember to be true to yourself.

Jules Nash Contributing Writer, XQ Institute
High School & Society

Evolving the Common App: The First Step Toward Anti-Racist College Admissions

The Common App is transforming and building a college admissions process that’s equitable for all. Here’s how.

Christopher Wright Vice President of Member Solutions, Common Application

Coming Soon

Stress Management Badge

Stress can hurt you and wear you down, but it can also help you achieve your goals. Why not learn how to manage it now, as part of your own healthy lifestyle?
Starts December 14

XQ Music and Activism Challenge ft. SOL Development

Create a song that shines a light on an issue that matters most to you.
Coming Soon

XQ Dance and Activism Challenge ft. Misty Copeland

Express your identity through dance and movement. Move your body, move your soul.